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Book SynopsisInformation technology has transcended the borders of the individual firm. Rapid developments in information technology have many implications for the organisation and management of transport and logistics. This work presents 20 chapters that study applications of information systems to logistics and transportation systems.
Trade ReviewMartin Christopher, Cranfield University Information systems have become the driving force for change in logistics and transportation. This book provides a guide and a blueprint for the significant transformations that are now underway in these important arenas. Dirk Goedhart, Philips International B.V This book covers many angles of information technology, well worthwhile to go through. I'm sure there is something that will trigger you towards the improvement you seek. Nathalie Fabbe-Costes, Technische Universiteit Eindhoven The combination of academicals' and professionals point of view and the reference to different kinds and different parts of logistics chains offer a really broad perspective that is very stimulating Amelia C. Regan This book's goal is to depict state-of-the-art information systems in logistics and transportation. It succeeds in presenting a set of well-written, interesting and largely well connected essays of broad interest. The book is divided into two parts. The papers in the first part will be of particular interest to those conducting research on information technology and logistics. The second part will appeal to academics and practitioners alike, and is well suited to assigned reading in many university courses. Information Systems in Logistics and Transportation makes many interesting points, and provides timely and forward-thinking examples of the state-of-the-art in information systems in logistics and transportation. Despite the short shelf life of books on this topic, this volume may be of interest for several years to come. Transportation Research Part A
Table of ContentsForeward. Editorial. Introduction to information systems in logistics and transportation (B. Tilanus). Research Directions. Managing sustainable mobility: a conceptual framework (L. Sjostedt). Information technology and distribution strategy (A. Dubois, L-E. Gadde). Interoganizational logistics flexibility in marketing channels (A. Jensen). Quantifying transport quality in line-based road traffic (J. Hellgren, K. Lumsden). Reliability in supply-chains and the use of information technology: a geographical view (A. Larsson). A framework efficiency model for goods transportation: with an application to regional breakbulk distribution (A. Samuelsson, B. Tilanus). Information flows along integrated transport chains (J. Woxenius). Information as a value adder for the transport user (R. Polewa et al.). Information flows in logistics channels (T. Kanflo). Using DEA for decision support at combined transport terminals (S. Sjogren). Principles for the choice between routine maintenance and premaintenance in a network of public roads (G. Bergendahl et al.). Infrastructure integration and urban restructuring: a case for planning with a geographic information system (A. Forsstrom). Perspectives from Practice. Transport and logistic systems from Volvo's view (R. Svensson). SKF's European transport network: a case study (H. Lindeberg). Advanced logistics in Europe: the case of BTL group (B. Irestahl, T. Kanflo). Channel concept in a consolidation network (O. Hultkrantz et al.). Tracking and tracing at an international haulier: where are we now, and where do our customers want us to go? (G. Hoek, K. Hogberg). Harbour operations in a roll-on-roll-off service industry (C.-J. Lonntorp). Fully automatic scheduling methods (D. Wedelin). Optimisation of a generic multi-node transportation and information network (S. Andersson et al.). About the authors. Index of Keywords.
